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Description
Villa Mine Overview
The lavishly spread-out Villa Mine takes the concept of a villa to a whole new level. Surrounded by immense gardens, this hilltop oasis gazes over tropical treetops and out to the Indian Ocean shimmering in the distance. But the stunningly beautiful setting is just part of the appeal. Although Sri Lanka’s fabled sandy beaches are only moments away, Villa Mine pulls out all the stops to tempt you to stay in instead. After all, it is not every day that you come across a flawlessly beautiful and exceptionally staffed villa that also features its own private lake. And yes, you can swim in it – when you’re not busy floating around your private pool that is.
Whether you prefer to shoot a game of pool, skate on the villa’s own skate park, jump around on the trampoline or host a movie night for the whole group, Villa Mine is ready to entertain you and your entourage. This seven-bedroom villa sprawls across fairy-tale gardens and multiple pavilions, offering all the creature comforts (and then some!) needed for making your stay in Sri Lanka one for the books.
Sleeps: 18 guests (18 max)
Size: 9,000m²
Built: 2020
Features
- Air conditioned bedrooms
- Kitchen
- Bunk beds
- Media room
- Games room
- Private pool
- Pool table
- Skate park
- Trampoline
- Barbecue
- Satellite TV
- Stereo
- Free Wi-Fi access
- In-room safe
- Baby cot
- High chair
Inclusions
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Villa manager
- Chef
- Housekeepers
- Butlers
- Security guards
Extras
- Spa services
Hot Deals
Last Minute & Early Bird Bookings
Contact our Villa Specialists to find out if your dates are eligible for our Last Minute and Early Bird discounts.
Villa Mine Living
Exploring Villa Mine feels like discovering your own tropical wonderland. This sprawling estate features a 9,000 square metre garden with a swimmable private lake and a glistening swimming pool for guests to delight in. As is only fitting in this lush setting, life at the villa moves seamlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces. The living and dining pavilion has an open layout and the bedroom pavilion extends to a shaded patio that works as an alfresco living room. Oh, and the billiards pavilion is open sided too! The design strikes the perfect balance between old and new, with grand columns and tiled roofs giving nods to colonial architecture without ever sacrificing an inch of plush modern comfort.
Living Room
The living room is housed in a beautiful open-sided pavilion which gazes over the estate, providing views of the lake, swimming pool, tropical treetops and the clear blue ocean shimmering beyond. A sofa and armchairs arranged around a coffee table offer the perfect setup for admiring the scenery. Shelves stocked with interesting curios, art and design pieces add an artful bohemian touch to the space.
Dining Room
The formal dining area is a fluid extension of the living room. Positioned in the same open-sided pavilion, a generous timber dining table offers ample opportunity for scenic dining, with views gazing over the lake and out to the surrounding greenery. The same building also houses the villa’s beautifully designed kitchen which offers all the crockery, cutlery and appliances needed for preparing delicious meals. If you prefer to dine alfresco, there is another dining table waiting right outside.
Media Room
The villa’s TV room offers the perfect excuse for hosting an epic movie night or bingeing on your latest TV obsession. Located in the same pavilion as four of the bedrooms, this air-conditioned space features a lavishly large sofa positioned in front of a huge flatscreen TV. If you prefer to bury your nose in a great read instead, the TV room also has a good selection of books available.
Games Room
Who’s up for some billiards? The villa features a breezy open-sided games room complete with a pool table. This pavilion opens to splendid views looking over the lake and lush tropical gardens.
Garden
The villa’s sprawling gardens are a fun-filled wonderland all yours to explore. Close to the main house sits an inviting 13-metre-long swimming pool which features a shallow section – ideal for kids to splash and play or for adults to chill out and relax. The pool is lined with sun beds on two sides, with a futuristic metallic sphere adding a touch of the surreal. And this is just the start! Beyond the pool, the villa’s huge gardens feature a swimmable lake and a floodlit skate park – each of these would be a unique find in any villa, but the amazing Villa Mine has both! And let’s not forget about the trampoline and the slackline… Suffice it to say, you won’t run out of things to do at Villa Mine, even if you decide to extend your stay – and honestly, who wouldn’t want to?
Villa Mine Bedrooms
Villa Mine features seven bedrooms. The rooms are beautifully decorated, mixing high end modern furniture with more classic pieces and ornate local textiles. Six bedrooms features a king-sized bed and is adjoined by an ensuite bathroom. One bedroom is located seperate to the main pavilion, one bedroom is next door to the bunk room ideal for kids and four more bedrooms located in a pavilion on the other side of the dam.
Bedroom 1
The first bedroom is located one level below the games room. This room is surrounded by full wall windows looking out to the surrounding greenery. At the centre of the room is a king-sized canopy bed flanked by a bohemian peacock chair. From the bedroom, glass doors slide open to a stunning ensuite bathroom featuring a freestanding bathtub, dual vanities, toilet and a separate shower enclosure.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Bath + Shower)
Bedroom 2
The second bedroom is one of four rooms housed in a pavilion by the lake. The white themed room is furnished with a king-sized bed and a sofa. The room features double doors opening to a shaded terrace furnished with rattan chairs and a sofa. The ensuite bathroom is beautifully appointed with a freestanding bathtub and a separate shower. A washstand and toilet complete the setup.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Bath + Shower)
Bedroom 3
The third bedroom is also housed in the pavilion by the lake. This is a spacious room with white décor and bohemian touches, complete with a king-sized bed and a daybed, with double doors opening to a scenic balcony. The ensuite bathroom features a walk-in shower, dual sinks and a toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 4
The fourth bedroom is also housed in the lakeside pavilion. This room is furnished with a dreamy canopy bed. It has a lovely open-air bathroom with dual sinks, outdoor shower and toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 5
Like the previous three rooms, this bedroom is also housed in the pavilion positioned by the lake. It has a king-sized bed and a writing desk. The ensuite bathroom features a shower, washstand and toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 6
The sixth bedroom is furnished with a king-sized bed and a bathroom.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 7
The seventh bedroom is the kids’ room. This room includes three sets of bunk beds which can sleep up to six guests. This room has an ensuite bathroom with a shower.
6 Children
3 Bunk Beds
Bathroom (Shower)
Villa Mine Layout
Villa Mine is a seven-bedroom villa that’s divided into three pavilions. The main building houses the living and dining areas. The second pavilion houses four bedrooms and a TV room. The third pavilion houses a billiard table on the upper floor and one bedroom on the lower floor. The villa’s extensive grounds feature a swimmable lake, 13-metre-long swimming pool, floodlit skate bowl, slackline and trampoline.
Villa Mine Staff
Your stay in Villa Mine is made enjoyable by the professional staff. Villa Mine’s staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly Sri Lankan hospitality.
Villa Manager
Villa Mine’s experienced and knowledgeable manager is responsible for the overall operation of the villa. The villa manager will oversee and coordinate the staff and property and assist you during your stay.
Housekeeping
Housekeepers attend the villa daily to take care of all domestic duties.
Butlers
Butlers are on hand daily to assist with serving during meal times and attend to other guest requirements throughout the day.
Chef
The villa’s skilled private chef will happily prepare anything from the Western, Asian, vegetarian and children’s suggestion menus, as well as discuss special requests and dietary requirements.
Security
Villa Mine includes night time security between 11pm – 7am.
Location
Villa Mine is located in Talpe on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Set on a scenic elevation surrounded by tropical greenery, the villa provides a relaxing setting with superb views, particularly during sunrise and sunset. From this idyllic locale, it takes less than five minutes to reach Dalawella Beach which is commonly known as one of the best beaches in Sri Lanka. This is a beautiful stretch of sand lined with palm trees – make sure you get a snap posing on the famous palm tree rope swing! There are a few great restaurants in the area, including Jungle, Kabala and Wayside. Though there is much to do in the local area, Villa Mine is perfectly positioned for day trips too. The historic Galle Fort is about 20 minutes away – be sure to stop by stunning Unawatuna Beach along the way. Serene Koggala Lake is about 30 minutes away from the villa. Yala and Udawalawe National Parks are both about a two hours’ drive away. The latter is known for offering some of the best elephant sightings in the country!
Koggala Travel Guide
Koggala is a tiny coastal town stretching along a picturesque lagoon edge on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Koggala draws travellers of all ages with its pristine golden sand beaches, fantastic snorkelling and amazing surfing.
Bookings
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Need to Know
- Minimum stay: Low Season: 2 nights, High Season: 5 nights, Peak Season: 7 nights
- Our rates include Government tax and services. Other websites add this on at the end of the booking!
- We offer the best rates online and offer a price guarantee to prove it!
- A deposit of 50% of the total amount must be paid at the time of booking
- Final payment is required 60 days prior to arrival
- Check-in time: 2pm – check-out time: 11am
- Late check out until 6pm can be arranged at half the rental rate (subject to availability)
- Payment can be settled by credit card or PayPal (3% payment processing fee)
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Alastair Loxton –
We absolutely loved every minute of our stay at Villa Mine! Sammy, the villa manager and chef, took such incredible care of us and his culinary skills are off the charts! Every meal was perfectly prepared and delicious. His team has an attention to detail that made us feel completely spoiled.
The bedrooms are all equally and beautifully comfortable. Your sheets and pillows feel like clouds :)
We spent one evening having a cozy movie night in the media room watching Brad Pitt driving an F1 on the big screen, and another playing billiards, which got real competitive real quick.
The private skate park blew my mind, although none of us were brave enough to give it a go, it’s such a cool feature.
Sunsets from the top of the hill are absolutely gorgeous, and mornings were equally magical with birdsong drifting through the air. We also had a yogi visit each morning for yoga on the lawn, which was the perfect way to start the day surrounded by nature.
Villa Mine is one of those places that just makes you feel happy. That’s the best way to summarise our stay. So very happy :) We can’t wait to come back!
Sian –
Our stay at Villa Mine was absolutely exceptional. From the moment we arrived, Sameey and Thari made us feel completely at home with their warmth and thoughtful attention.
The villa itself is spectacular – elegant, spacious, and stylishly decorated in calming shades of pink, charcoal, and green. With a billiards room, skate bowl, infinity pool, and plenty of serene spots to relax, it offers the perfect mix of luxury and fun. The tropical gardens are beautifully curated, with views over the trees to the ocean, and the sounds of birds, monkeys, and village life adding to the magic.
The food, lovingly prepared by Sameey, was outstanding – the coconut pancakes and vegetarian feast were the best we’ve ever had. Every meal was fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented.
Just a short walk down the village streets is Turtle Beach (Dalawella, Unawatuna) – clean, palm-fringed, and full of charm. Watching turtles from the shore and soaking up the relaxed, happy vibe at Wijaya Café was a highlight.
Dwiari A –
Villa Mine is just incredible! The photos really don’t do justice to how amazing this villa is. I had a great time playing pool with my friends, even though I lost (LOL)! We also enjoyed a cozy movie night together in the media room. The next morning, Chef Sameey kindly showed me around the jogging track inside the villa, it was such a refreshing way to start a sunny day. I truly love this villa!
Sara –
If you have clicked on this profile for Villa Mine, book the villa! We had the pleasure of staying two nights and nowhere near enough nights. I could have cancelled everywhere else we had planned as I love the style and design of Villa Mine so much. The team is incredible! Sammy is wonderful and an incredible cook – highly recommend the Sri Lankan curry! We will be back as the whole group enjoyed the stay so much. Thanks again for looking after us.
Febri –
From the moment I arrived at Villa Mine, I was completely blown away! The villa itself is stunning, tastefully designed, immaculately clean, and perfectly positioned to offer one of the most breathtaking views I’ve ever seen.
What made the experience even more special was the food. The chef, Sammy, is absolutely incredible. Every meal was a highlight of the day fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether it was a traditional Sri Lankan curry or fresh seafood grilled to perfection, each dish was prepared with so much care and attention. It truly felt like dining at a five star restaurant in the comfort of a private villa.
The team at Villa Mine went above and beyond to make the stay comfortable and memorable. I can’t wait to come back!
Nyoman Ariyaningsih –
We had an amazing stay at Villa Mine. The villa is beautiful, spacious, and very comfortable. The garden was lovely and huge. The staff were so kind and helpful, and the food was delicious. We really enjoyed the Sri Lankan dishes and the wonderful breakfasts each morning.
From the villa, it’s just a short drive to the nearest beach (or 10 minute walk), where we enjoyed swimming, watching the sunset and swimming with the turtles. The location is peaceful and private, yet close to everything, including Galle Fort and some lovely local restaurants.
Prita –
Villa Mine was absolutely amazing and worth every penny! The design is stunning, with well-matched colors and interiors that make you feel both cozy and refreshed at the same time. I was surprised by how much the villa offers: a private skate park, a spacious media room, a peaceful little lake, and a large open lawn perfect for yoga.
The giant disco ball was such a fun touch, and the infinity pool with ocean views was breathtaking. The staff and chef were incredibly helpful, and the food? Always delicious, every meal was a highlight.
It was truly an unforgettable stay. I would love to come back again!